By Ahsan Mughal
ISLAMABAD: During the Senate’s question hour, the Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis presented a comprehensive report detailing significant trends in international migration from Pakistan. The report indicated that approximately 1.3% of Pakistan’s population has emigrated over the past five years, reflecting a notable increase in the number of citizens leaving the country.
From 2019 up until August 2024, the total number of Pakistanis who have moved abroad reached 3.275 million. This migration trend highlights a substantial movement of people, underscoring both the global mobility of Pakistanis and the changing dynamics of international labor markets and educational opportunities. The report provided insights into the underlying factors driving this emigration. The Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis emphasized that the migration of Pakistanis is largely driven by the demands and requirements of host countries.
These demands may include opportunities for skilled labor, higher education, and various other factors that attract individuals to foreign nations. The ministry’s clarification during the session was significant in addressing concerns about the nature of this migration. By pointing out that the emigration is in response to specific demands from host countries, the ministry aimed to convey that the movement of Pakistani citizens abroad is part of a broader global trend rather than solely a result of domestic factors.
The report sheds light on the increasing trend of international mobility among Pakistanis, which is influenced by both the opportunities available abroad and the evolving needs of foreign nations. This migration has implications for Pakistan’s demographic profile, labor market, and economic contributions, as well as for the relationships between Pakistan and the countries receiving its expatriates. Overall, the report from the Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis underscores a significant demographic shift and provides valuable information for understanding the patterns and motivations behind the growing number of Pakistanis seeking opportunities outside their home country.
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